Boks brace for wily Scots

The Springboks will need to beat Scotland at the breakdown and shut out a partisan St James’ Park crowd to win this Saturday, reports JON CARDINELLI in Newcastle.

Jean to finish career abroad

Jean de Villiers is set to end his professional rugby career overseas and not at a South African franchise, reports JON CARDINELLI in Newcastle.

Wales up to No 2 in rankings

Wales have risen to second place in the World Rugby rankings following their 28-25 victory over England at Twickenham.

Tonga deputies must take charge

In the absence of captain Nili Latu, Tonga's senior players must step up in their Pool C encounter against Namibia at Sandy Park on Tuesday. MARIETTE ADAMS reports.

Wales lose Williams, Amos

Wales have suffered two more serious injury blows, with backs Scott Williams and Hallam Amos ruled out of the World Cup.

Easter replaces Vunipola for England

Nick Easter has been called up as a replacement for England No 8 Billy Vunipola, who has been ruled out of the World Cup with a knee injury.

Time running out for Alberts

Willem Alberts may well head back to South Africa if he fails to come through a fitness test later this week, reports JON CARDINELLI in Newcastle.